What is the cheapest way to get from Alpena to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Alpena to Des Moines is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alpena to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Alpena to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $190 - $950.

How far is it from Alpena to Des Moines?

The distance between Alpena and Des Moines is 581 miles. The road distance is 733.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alpena to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Alpena to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 20h 33m and costs $160 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Alpena to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Alpena to Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Alpena to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Alpena to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $190 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $290 and takes 23h 24m.

What is the time difference between Alpena and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Alpena. It is currently 4:28 PM in Alpena and 3:28 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Alpena to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Alpena to Des Moines is 734 miles. It takes approximately 12h 31m to drive from Alpena to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Alpena to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alpena to Des Moines by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane APN - DSM
4h 32m
$196–905
Drive 729.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alpena to Des Moinescar 729.3 mi
12h 31m
$134–193
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Flint Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Flint Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
20h 33m
$165–332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alpena to Southfield, MI Greyhoundbus
2. Take the bus from Southfield Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
23h 24m
$150–282

Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

18Weekly Planes

5h 58mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alpena to Des Moines.

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Distance: 577.2 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Alpena, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta flies from Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alpena to Des Moines via Alpena, Southfield Bus Stop, and Chicago Bus Station in around 23h 24m.

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